Out here in the desert, you learn real quick that heat changes everything. Steel hardens, men get tougher, and ink—well, it cures. At Geezy Tees in St. George, Utah, we’ve seen plenty of prints rise and fall on one simple truth: how plastisol ink cures can make or break the shirt.
It’s not guesswork or luck. It is science, timing, and knowing your tools like the back of your hand.
The Nature of Plastisol
Plastisol ink ain’t like paint or dye—it doesn’t air dry. It needs heat. Real heat. You’ve gotta bring it up to about 320°F (or higher depending on the brand) and hold it steady long enough for the ink to melt and fuse into the fibers. That’s how plastisol ink cures—with commitment.
Flash dryers, conveyor dryers, heat guns… the tools may differ, but the law stays the same: cure it right or risk it all. Too cold, and the ink cracks and peels like sunburnt skin. Too hot, and you scorch the fabric, wreck the shirt, and ruin your rep.
The Flash Point of Truth
A flash dryer is a reliable trail partner—but only if you know how to use it. You’ve got to watch dwell time, surface temp, and distance from the platen. Every second counts. If you want to get the full run-down, check out this flash curing guide from ScreenPrinting.com to learn the dos and don’ts of proper curing.
Why It Matters at Geezy Tees
We’ve been through enough print jobs to know: shortcuts don’t last, and half-baked prints don’t sell. At Geezy Tees, we take pride in knowing exactly how plastisol ink cures—from flash to final finish. Every shirt that leaves our shop has been tested, pressed, and proven.
You won’t find any cracked logos or undercooked prints in our stack. We check temps with a laser gun, not a guess. We walk the line, every time.
Final Words Before Sundown
In screen printing, curing isn’t a step—it’s the finish line. How plastisol ink cures affects everything: durability, feel, and the reputation of your brand. You’ve got one shot to do it right.
At Geezy Tees, we don’t miss that shot.